Founded in 1989, HIV Neurobehavioral Research Center is one of the leaders in neuroAIDS research. It conducts local, national and international research focused towards the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of HIV-related diseases. The center receives support through public funding from the National Institutes of Health, the state of California and various other sources. Its research areas include the effects of HIV and neurocognitive impairment on family and social adaptation; and incidence, prevalence and features caused by HIV. It also researches on various treatment for neurocognitive impairments, behavioral interventions and the role of co-pathogens and comorbidities in neuroAIDS. In addition, HIV Neurobehavioral Research Center operates a range of programs and projects. It is located in San Diego.